07/28/2026
Bittersweet time visiting my parents in Illinois before they move to Florida. Unlike many, such as my wife Jessica, I only knew one childhood home. Not everything about my childhood was positive, but it was the home I always went back to. It’s weird knowing that after almost 34 years, it’s finally gone. Lots of feelings.
To help them downsize, we went thru all my schoolwork and related items my parents saved over the years. Took quite some time. Many memories, and some real gems from the past. Enjoy the old photos. 😂
Jess also had her first Culver's | ButterBurgers & Frozen Custard and White Castle lol. And deep dish pizza ofc (not her first time).
With my parents moving, I’m not sure when we’ll be back in IL. Maybe someday.
Grateful for my wife, my family, and God who provides an unchanging heavenly home forever.